SoCal Dog training -– Dog Trainer in Orange County”

Turning a Leash-Pulling Lemon Tornado into the Family’s Pride Ferrari Dog Background & Problem * We had a 4-year-old Golden Retriever who was sweet but completely disobedient. * He pulled on the leash constantly, got distracted at the drop of a hat, and ignored every command, especially when strangers gave him attention. * Walks became stressful for the whole family, and with a newborn arriving soon, it felt impossible to manage. * We looked for trainers, but most felt vague, expensive, and offered no guarantees. * A neighbor with a perfectly behaved Golden told us about Vladae. We joked that we must have ended up with the “bad model” of the breed. Solution * We signed up for Vladae’s Bootcamp, which included a prep session, two weeks of immersive training with him, and follow-up coaching. * With the newborn on the way, we needed real results fast, not just nice promises. * We learned practical, hands-on techniques before and after the bootcamp so we could keep the training going at home. Results * The transformation was unbelievable: calm, obedient, and responsive both on and off leash. * We now have the tools to handle new situations as they come up. * Our dog is lovable and manageable again, and family walks are something we actually look forward to. * Our only regret is waiting so long to send him to Vladae. We could have saved ourselves years of stress and frustration. Testimonial
We totally loved working with Vladae. Antonina and Vladae are absolutely, absolutely amazing. He is sweet, helpful, accommodating, and absolutely professional. He does not make false promises. He truly knows and loves dogs and can turn a “lemon” into a “powerful Ferrari.” ⭐ Highly recommended. Vladae does not just train dogs, he trains families to enjoy and love their dogs again. Thank you Vladae

Vladae is the best dog trainer in SoCal period. After working with Vladae, my dog can go off-leash, stay in place at outdoor coffee shops and dining areas while I go inside (no crying or whining), has perfect recall, and shows controlled behavior around other dogs. Whatever issues you have with your dog, they will go away. My experience: When I first got my puppy, I did all the obedience training, listened to podcasts, watched YouTube videos - all of that. But obedience training isn't enough. Major had serious behavioral issues - he wouldn't listen to me, and if I went inside or left him anywhere he would start crying. He was uncontrollable around other dogs because he wanted to play. But most importantly, he was afraid of humans. Whenever anyone would come near, he would back away. This was a really important issue to address head on because when a dog gets older, the behavioral issues get worse and he would be at-risk of biting another person or child if I didn't train him. I needed a dog trainer to teach me and the dog so that the dog would LISTEN TO ME. That's the key. Now, whatever command, wherever we are - Stay, Down, Come - he does it. The results: Now I have such a great relationship with my dog. He gets so many compliments about how well behaved he is, and I can take him to do so many fun things - the park, the beach, hikes, coffee shops where he waits calmly while I order. The best thing about getting training right is that you have a much better relationship with your dog. It's easy to spend money on the wrong dog training. You'll save money by investing in Vladae's dog training and get the results, period. How Vladae works: He FaceTimes you first to give you tips on how to set up your home correctly, then uses his deep knowledge of dog behavior after he meets with your dog to address your dog's unique problems. All of Major's issues - his genetically induced insecurity and sensitivity, his fear of people, his separation anxiety, and his lack of impulse control around other dogs - required a lot of deep knowledge in the animal behavior field that Vladae provided. In the video I'm sharing, I'm walking Major off-leash at an outdoor shopping mall. What isn't shown in the video is that we walked by multiple dogs too - and he stayed perfectly calm and focused on me.

Best dog trainer...any where!! Vladae trained my dog within 2 minutes of meeting him. He stopped barking, sat and listened to his commands, right away. I could not believe it!! We did more training ..to train me how to handle my dog. I highly recommend SoCal Dog Training!! We have stayed in touch for 17 years!! My dog is now 19 years old, and has been a very good and happy boy since he was 2 years old, thanks to Vladae♥️♥️

Vladae trained my German Shepherd mix for my daughter several years ago, addressing a range of behavioral issues, including severe anxiety. We saw incredible results after just the first session, and things only improved from there. I actively participated in every class, and the experience had such a powerful impact on me that I was inspired to open a small, home-based boarding facility. Now, using some of the principles and techniques I learned—many of which I credit to Vladae’s unique approach—I’m helping other dog owners with basic training and behavior modification. Recently, a German Shepherd with significant behavioral problems, including aggression, was dropped off at my facility. While trying to find a new home for her, I was able to work on her behavior to the point that she was adopted by a loving family—and she hasn’t had any issues since. I wholeheartedly recommend Vladae and SoCal Dog Training to anyone struggling with their dog’s behavior. His methods are truly transformative Anita